How Sweet It Is: 5 Types of Sugar You Should Know About

Sugar is a sweetener that is usually derived from sugarcane and beets. The most common type is white granulated sugar, but there are other kinds too. Want to add a good dose of sweetness to your favorite desserts, drinks, and more? Here are five types to add to your pantry.

(First published as "The Many Forms of Sugar" in the "Food" section of Good Housekeeping Philippines' April 2001 issue. Adapted for use in Female Network. Photo by Moe Rubenzahl via Wikimedia Commons.)